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A problem with primary sources is that they may provide an incomplete or misinterpreted description of a research study or a research result
false
A textbook is a primary source.
false
Applied research is intended to answer theoretical questions.
false
Magazine articles that report on previous research are primary sources.
false
A common mistake in choosing a research topic is to pick a topic that is too easy.
true
A common mistake in searching for a research topic is to switch from your original idea during your search
true
All books are secondary sources.
true
All journal articles are primary sources.
true
Before searching in PsycINFO, it is wise to identify the official subject terms for the list of terms you have identified.
true
Ideas for research can come from a theory.
true
Ideas for research can come from casual observation of the people around you.
true
Ideas for research can come from reading a magazine.
true
If a prediction in a study is confirmed by the results, the researcher has supported the hypothesis.
true
It is best to let the background literature lead you to a new research idea.
true
Many predictions can come from one hypothesis.
true
One goal of your background reading is to find an unanswered research question.
true
The best strategy for finding a research idea is to begin with a general topic area.
true
